Never Alone

Joseph Girzone is a retired Catholic priest. He retired when his physician informed him his health would fail if he remained serving in that profession. That was over 20 years ago. Early in his retirement he decided to adopt a life-style of total dependence on God, and learned much from this self-imposed poverty. Then, he began to communicate his ideas about the nature of religion using the format of small novels based on the question: how would Jesus deal with question (A, B, etc.) if he were to visit us today? These little books started a kind of underground "cult" of enthusiasm among those of us that found most of organized religion somewhat unsatisfying. Over the years I have often wondered how the Catholic hierarchy has reacted to this straight-speaking priest. Anyway, Never Alone is a kind of autobiography in which Girzone explains how he views his relationship with God. His simple style and unassuming personality is underlain with truly profound philosophical power. For those of us with an open mind, what Girzone has to say will strike some deep spiritual chords.

A book for those really wanting to grow spirtually, Father Josheph those an execellent job at helping those currently in many churches starving for GOD. He provides the roadmap, in a simple to understand format. "May God Bless, Father Josheph"

My spiritual director gave me this book to read. I found it very comforting and gave me just what I have been yearning for.I felt it was sort of autobiographical and also teaching at the same time. I have read Joshua and now reading Johsua In The Holy Land.It was very inspirational and changed my life. I was very touched and moved in a way I can't explain while reading all of these books. They are just wonderful and Fr. Joe write more.

I personally have met and have become a friend of the author. our spirits touched and we instantly became friends. His love for the Lord is very evident in his books. I have read them all "Joshua" his first, my all time favorite. Never Alone coming in a close 2nd. It really helped me in a time of my life when I did feel alone, but his book brought me the awareness that I am never alone because Jesus always walks with me as a friend and brother. a must read for anyone...

I would recommend this book to anyone looking to increase their spiritual life. Girzone gives sound advice: study and imitate the life of Jesus; increase prayer; let go of cravings for material things; reach out and really love others; practice forgiveness and humility; put trust in God by opening ourselves to His grace, love, and guidance. His suggestion to study the lives of the Christian saints is a good one. Overall, a very good book to set new goals and an action plan for yourself to become happier, calmer, and at peace.